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Max Level Cap in Modern Warfare 3 Explained
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What Is the Max Level Cap in Modern Warfare 3? Answered

It's over 9,000!

Recent Call of Duty games have had a much larger max level cap than most other multiplayer games, reaching the thousand mark in some instances. So now the question remains of what the max level is in Modern Warfare 3.

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Max Level Cap in MW3

The max level cap in MW3 is 55, but that will change once prestige options become a core part of the game.

Customized loadouts can only be accessed once you hit level four, so you must play through a few matches until you reach this rank. Players can utilize the default loadout, such as the Demolitionist, Combat Controller, and Rusher. You can check out our how to level up fast guide if you want to achieve this rank quickly. You’ll also need to play five matches before you can check your stats.

All Level Progression Rewards in Modern Warfare 3

To get a complete overview of all level rewards, here’s a breakdown of what you can expect with each rank.

Level 55 on the MW3 rewards progression
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You unlock something at every rank, so there’s always something to be excited about. You can see everything that’s coming up by heading to the Progression tab by pressing Options/Menu.

LevelsRewards
1Challenges Feature
Counter Invasion Loadout Feature
2Demolitionist Loadout Feature
3Combat Controller Loadout Feature
4Custom Loadouts
Infantry Vest Perk
5Guardian-SC Killstreak
6Comm Scrambler Field Upgrade
7DG-58 LSW (LMG)
8Claymore Lethal Equipment
9Frenzied Guard Field Upgrade
Remote Turret Killstreak
10Engineer Vest Perk
Tac Mask Perk
11Mission Control Comlink Perk
12MTZ-556 (AR)
13Battle Rage Tactical Equipment
14Overwatch Helo Killstreak
15Ordnance Gloves Perk
16Smoke Grenade Tactical Equipment
17BAS-B (AR)
18Scatter Mine Lethal Equipment
19Healing Aura Field Upgrade
Climbing Boots Perk
20Gunner Vest Perk
21Renetti Handgun
22Deployable Cover Field Upgrade
23Mosquito Drone Killstreak
24Bone Conduction Headset Perk
25Armory Unlocks
26Juggernaut Recon Killstreak
27WSP Swarm (SMG)
28A.C.S Field Upgrade
29Frost Blast Field Upgrade
Commando Gloves Perk
30Throwing Knife Lethal Equipment
Demolition Vest Perk
31Bruen MK9 (LMG)
32Counter UAV Killstreak
33Thermite Lethal Equipment
34Mag Holster Perk
35SAM Turret Killstreak
36Backlight Flashlight Perk
37Holger 556 (AR)
38RGL-80 Launcher
39Aether Shroud Field Upgrade
Haymaker (Shotgun)
40CCT Comms Vest Perk
41Chopper Gunner Killstreak
Portable Radar Field Upgrade
42Decoy Grenade Tactical Equipment
43L/R Detector Perk
44MCW (AR)
45Running Sneakers Perk
Tactical Insertion Field Upgrade
46Precision Airstrike Killstreak
47Tactical Pads Perk
48JOKR Launcher
49Carpet Bomb Killstreak
50TYR Handgun
Overkill Vest Perk
51Smoke Airdrop Field Upgrade
52Scavenger Gloves Perk
53Thermobaric Grenade Equipment
54Stalker Boots Perk
55Med Box Field Upgrade
AMR9 (SMG)

Some of these rewards are associated with the new Aftermarket Parts feature, including the Jak Ferocity Carbine Kit. This mechanic allows you to customize guns after reaching their maximum level, providing you with new attachments for your build. You may also notice a change with the classic Perk system, which now features gear items with a unique buff.

With the MW3 max level cap out of the way, you can learn more about the game by finding out what the best guns in the game are. Be sure to also explore the relevant links below for additional Call of Duty content.


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Kristina Ebanez
Kristina is a Staff Writer and has been with Twinfinite for more than a year. She typically covers Minecraft, The Sims 4, Disney Dreamlight Valley, anime, Call of Duty, and newly released games. She loves the Metal Gear Solid series (Snake Eater especially), Rockstar's Bully, the Horizon franchise, What Remains of Edith Finch, and many more. Her dog is also an avid video game watcher, primarily when there's a horse or a cat. She has a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and grew up gaming on the islands.